This report provides a comprehensive picture of federal financial support for education from fiscal year 1980 through fiscal year 2003. The federal government provides support for education well beyond programs funded through the U.S. Department of Education. It discusses off-budget suport and nonfederal funds generated by federal legislation, estimated federal tax expeditures to support education, and federal support for education institutions. A summary of dollar amounts spent on education programs in the U.S. Department of Education and other government agencies is provided. (Contains 1 appendix and 11 tables.)